Wine Talk

Jul 09, 2019

Why I became Hospitality/Beverage Specialist Certified

In my exploration of wine, I have come across many other beverages & products being made on the same properties. Many farms have vines, orchards, animals and more that they make use of in a multitude of ways. To...Read more
Jun 19, 2019

Sipping on S.I.P. Certified Wines

I was recently honored with a request for Exploring.Wine to review some examples of wines, produced under the guidelines of the S.I.P. Certified program. The Sustainability in Practice (S.I.P.) Certified is one of...Read more
Jun 12, 2019

Top 10 Everyday Wines for Under $20 of 2019

The fact that a vintage is noted on the bottle is just 1 indication of how complex it can be to choose what to select for the shelves at your local Corner Store. Was this year better than that, and how do I know....Read more
Jun 03, 2019

Orange Wine - Your Eyes Did Not Deceive You!

Orange wine is a bit of a misnomer, as it's not wine made from the fruit of oranges, nor is it a Mimosa cocktail make with sparkling wine. The phrase is useful to describe the category though, as it pulls together...Read more
May 24, 2019

The Collection - Target Wines

If you have been shopping at Target recently, you may have noticed an addition to the Wine Isles this past spring. The Collection is a set of wines featuring abstract pastel designs created by in-house artists at...Read more
May 15, 2019

The Sustainable Winegrowing Movement

As today's consumer becomes more focused on what is on the table, the wine community is taking a proactive approach to address their environmental impact by adopting and implementing the Sustainable Winegrowing...Read more
May 07, 2019

How Many Wineries Can I Visit in a Day?

How many wineries can or should you visit in any given day, is one of the most common questions I get from those I help plan wine destinations. Then, how much time should I plan to spend at each winery? These...Read more
Apr 17, 2019

Top 10 Everyday Wines for Under $15 of 2019

Deciding on what wine to buy standing in front of the store shelves is very hard, and the fact that vintage is noted on the bottle is just 1 indication of how complex it can be. Was this year better than that, and...Read more
Apr 09, 2019

Guide to Building the Perfect Wine Gift Basket

With Easter right around the corner, making up baskets had been on my mind. Thare are many incredible wines available today, so there’s no reason to buy a pre-made wine gift basket. You can make up your own gift that...Read more
Mar 19, 2019

Top 10 Everyday Wines for Under $10 of 2019

Sometimes deciding on what wine to buy is daunting, and the fact that vintage is noted on the bottle is just 1 indication of how complex it can be. Was this year better than that, and how do I know. Here are Chuck's...Read more
Mar 06, 2019

10 Ways To Open A Wine Bottle Without A Corkscrew

Ever find yourself on an impromptu date or picnic with friends, only to realize that everyone forgotten to bring a corkscrew? Don’t despair, there are lots of other ways to open a wine bottle. A little warning, most...Read more
Feb 21, 2019

Wine Storage: The 7 Basics You Should Know

Most people have a small to medium collection of wine they have aquired from wine clubs, travel or gifts that they would like to store for some time before opening. There are always a few questions that come up about...Read more
Feb 04, 2019

Blind Wine Tasting Study Tips from a Master of Wine

A Conversation with Lindsay Pomeroy, MW

While at SommCon 2018, Lindsay Pomeroy gave a session on high level wine certification studies and sat down with Chuck to talk about blind tasting tips. Lindsay's outstanding...Read more
Jan 29, 2019

Life as a Winemaker: Randy Ullom

In this installment of 'Life as a Winemaker' will look at one of the benefits of the profession. Working while traveling internationally can be easily achieved with just a little determination and a willingness. You...Read more
Dec 27, 2018

Life as a Winemaker: Rebecca & Peter Work

The next article in the series 'Life as a Winemaker' will examine the resolve and passion necessary to produce the hands-on craft wines that many boutique wineries produce throughout the world. Many will tell you...Read more
 
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